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<p>Army Foundation College (AFC) Harrogate training staff provide the first line level
of support to Junior Soldiers experiencing mental health problems. They are specifically
trained for their appointment to pro-actively identify recruits who may be struggling
and/or experiencing problems with adapting to military life. Mental resilience training
is also provided to all Junior Soldiers in the early stages of the course covering
areas such as coping mechanisms, decision making and effective communication. This
is reinforced through training activities including in Leadership and Initiative training,
Adventurous Training and field exercises.</p><p>AFC Harrogate has a well-resourced
medical and welfare department. This includes a civilian Behavioural Development Officer,
who is an expert in cognitive behavioural studies and counselling, specialising in
the military environment. This officer provides advice and guidance to staff on how
best to manage referred Junior Soldiers. There are also military and civilian medical
and welfare staff, two Padres and access to representatives from the Army Welfare
Service (who also draw on support from wider public sector and charity support services).</p><p>In
addition, in February 2018, the Secretary of State announced a new MOD-funded 24/7
Military Mental Health Helpline to provide support and advice to all serving personnel
and their families.</p>
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